Belize

Dive Locations

Located less than a kilometre from the barrier reef, Ambergris Caye is developed for tourism yet is decidedly relaxed. It offers plenty of diving and snorkelling sites, with colourful reefs, exceptional visibility and opportunities for encounters with turtles, eagle rays and sharks.

As well as having the second longest barrier reef in the world, Belize is blessed with three of the northern hemisphere’s four atolls - Lighthouse, Turneffe and Glover. Amongst its many exceptional dive sites is the world-famous Blue Hole.

The south of Belize is the least populated region of the country, and is characterised by pristine rainforest dotted with intruiging Mayan ruins, paradise tropical islands, beautiful beaches and idyllic cayes surrounded by pristine coral reefs.

Dive trips

Belize offers plenty of adventure above and below the waves. Enjoy this ancient land by liveaboard or resort. Visit for a week of diving and relaxation, or embark a longer exploration of Belize and neighbouring Guatemala.

3 recommended trips.Our trip ideas are offered to inspire you and can be tailored to suit your requirements.

Home to the second longest barrier in the world, Belize makes a fabulous liveaboard destination. Dive the world-famous Blue Hole and Turneffe Atoll, where you can expect to see eagle rays, turtles, large snapper and jacks.

Blessed with an amazing variety of diving opportunities and prolific wildlife, there's plenty to discover in Belize. Spend a week diving the barrier reef before exploring the magical and mystical interior.

When to go: Jan-Dec

Duration inc. flights: 13 days

Price inc. flights: From £2,295pp

Trip type:
Tailor-made trip idea

When to go

Visit between January and June to experience the very best of Belize’s diving.

Seasons

High season

Jan to Jun: January to June sees the best weather in Belize and also offers its best diving conditions

Hurricane season

Jul to Sep: Belize’s barrier reef and other Caribbean islands afford it protection, but the country can still encounter hurricanes.

Wet season

Oct to Dec: Belize encounters its highest rainfall during the latter part of the year

Wildlife events

Apr to Jun: whale shark sightings at Gladden Spit, Placencia

Dec to Jan: Nassau grouper aggregate and spawn

Dive Resorts

9 recommended places to stay.
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A short flight away from Belize City, Hamanasi is a boutique resort nestled between lush mountains and the warm Caribbean Sea. Facilities include an infinity swimming pool, hammocks and a 19 kilometre stretch of beach.

An exotic beachfront sanctuary surrounded by tropical gardens and Mayan sculptures, this locally run resort is just a few minutes' walk from the barrier reef on Ambergris Caye, where diving and snorkelling sites abound.

This charming hacienda-style hotel is nestled between the Caribbean Sea and Placencia Lagoon, and has its own on-site dive centre. Facilities include two freshwater pools, tennis courts, a fitness centre and a jacuzzi.

This resort sits on its own private island on the southern tip of the Turneffe Atoll, a fantastic base to explore some of Belize’s finest diving. It offers 20 stylish rooms and private cabanas, with unobstructed views of the Caribbean Sea.

Resting on the banks of the Old Belize River, the Black Orchid Resort is just 20 minutes from the international airport – and yet a world away. It makes an ideal base at the beginning or the end of your dive adventure.

Belize’s premier jungle lodge, Chan Chich is set in 12,000 hectares of a private and protected nature reserve in the northwest of the country, an area which hosts some of the country’s most iconic wildlife.

Located south of San Pedro, this intimate resort is a great value option for those looking to dive Ambergris Caye and the Blue Hole. Its rooms and suites all offer ocean view and are uniquely decorated in Caribbean colours.

Victoria House is a charming resort, set in an old plantation on the outskirts of San Pedro, next to a white sandy beach. The ambience is informal and laid-back, and you can be as relaxed or active as you wish

Liveaboards

This luxurious liveaboard departs Belize City throughout the year for a seven night diving adventure exploring Turneffe and Lighthouse Reef Atolls. Up to five dives a day are offered and a range of speciality courses are available.

Accommodating 20 passengers, this luxury liveaboard caters for adventurous divers. Moving two or three times each day, itinerary highlights include Lighthouse Reef and Turneffe Atolls, and the famous Blue Hole.

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